1972 Ford Torino vs. 1994 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 1072 kg more than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Morgan Plus 4. 1972 Ford Torino has automatic transmission and 1994 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1994 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 1994 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Torino | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2500 mm |